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Characteristics of Bryant

Authoritative

Powerful

Tough

Tenacious

Wealthy

Problem-solver

Achiever

Etymology & Historical Origin - Bryant

Bryant is the transferred use of an Old Breton-Irish surname derived from the ancient Celtic male name Brian. The name Brian comes from the Old Celtic word “brígh” which means ‘noble, strong, virtuous.’ The personal name was especially popularized in Ireland in the Middle Ages influenced by the last High King of Ireland, Brian Mac Cennétig (aka Brian Boru) who reigned between 1002 and 1014. He was perhaps the greatest military leader Ireland has ever known and his life deeds were legendary. He earned his name as 'Brian of the Tributes' (Brian Boru) by collecting tributes from the minor rulers of Ireland and used the money to restore monasteries and libraries that had been destroyed during the invasions. Brian defeated the Vikings at the Battle of Clontarf in 1014 but died of wounds sustained in the battle. Brian has been a perennial favorite in Ireland which was adopted by other English-speaking countries. The surname Bryant has been around since the 12th century.

Popularity of the Name Bryant

The masculine personal name Bryant has been on the American naming charts since the U.S. government first began tracking naming trends back in the late 19th century. Incidentally, Brian didn’t show up on the U.S. male naming charts until 1925 so Bryant even predates his own Irish origins in America. Using surnames as first names has been a long-enduring practice in America (particularly for boys). In the 19th century the name was likely used in homage to a family ancestor or the mother’s maiden name. Today, surnames are popular in their own right. Bryant is an alternative to the much more popular Brian. It retains the same etymological origin and meaning but offers up a different sound and more modern variation of this old Irish favorite. African-Americans have also adopted this name since the latter half of the 20th century. Bryant is a cool name – it’s both ‘strong’ and handsome. It’s Brian with a little more attitude. We also think it’s interesting that Bryant is a Number Eight in numerology – the number that has everything to do with toughness and strength.

Popularity of the Boy Name Bryant

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Cultural References to the Baby Name - Bryant

Literary Characters of the Baby Name Bryant

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Popular Songs on Bryant

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Children's Books on the Baby Name Bryant

Grandmother Bryant's Pocket (Jacqueline Briggs Martin) - After Sarah loses her dog in a fire, her nightmares begin. In her story of healing, a one-eyed cat, a gaggle of unfriendly geese, and the special things in Grandmother Bryant's pocket turn out to be just the cure for Sarah's bad dreams. Recommended for ages 5-8.

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Personality of the Boy Name Bryant

The number Eight personality has everything to do with power, wealth and abundance. Somehow, this personality has been blessed on the material plane, but their authoritative and problem-solving traits provide evidence that their good fortunes are not just the luck of the lottery. They are well earned. This is the personality of CEOs and high-ranking military personnel. Eights are intensely active, hard-driving individuals. Success is only meaningful to them after a job well-done. They are remarkable in their ability to see the larger picture right down to the smallest details, and organize a strategy around success. They then have the ability to direct a group around them toward any goal, and realize individual potential to get the most out of their team.